Hi, I’m Vincent Joshua—an independent creative visual designer and illustrator based in Lagos. I specialize in branding and identity work, including logo design, marketing graphics, and pitch deck visuals, and I also bring stories to life through book and children’s illustrations. With a technical foundation in Computer Software Engineering from the University of Lagos, I blend visual storytelling with structured, clear design thinking. From web and app design to motion graphics and animation, I aim to create memorable, consistent visuals that help businesses and authors communicate their message effectively.…

Hi, I’m Vincent Joshua—an independent creative visual designer and illustrator based in Lagos. I specialize in branding and identity work, including logo design, marketing graphics, and pitch deck visuals, and I also bring stories to life through book and children’s illustrations. With a technical foundation in Computer Software Engineering from the University of Lagos, I blend visual storytelling with structured, clear design thinking. From web and app design to motion graphics and animation, I aim to create memorable, consistent visuals that help businesses and authors communicate their message effectively.…

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Hi, I’m Vincent Joshua—an independent creative visual designer and illustrator based in Lagos. I specialize in branding and identity work, including logo design, marketing graphics, and pitch deck visuals, and I also bring stories to life through book and children’s illustrations.

With a technical foundation in Computer Software Engineering from the University of Lagos, I blend visual storytelling with structured, clear design thinking. From web and app design to motion graphics and animation, I aim to create memorable, consistent visuals that help businesses and authors communicate their message effectively.

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Language

English
Fluent
Spanish; Castilian
Fluent
German
Fluent

Work Experience

Brand Designer & Creative Visual Designer at Freelance/Self Employed
May 13, 2025 - Present
I help authors, businesses, and brands transform ideas into compelling visual identities and creative experiences. My work spans brand identity design, logo design, book covers, children’s book illustrations, marketing materials, pitch decks, social media graphics, and other visual communication projects. I focus on creating clean, memorable, and purposeful designs that communicate clearly, strengthen brands, and help ideas stand out.
Brand Designer & Creative Visual Designer at Freelance / Self-Employed
May 1, 2025 - Present
I design brand identities, logos, promotional materials, banners, and social media graphics, turning creative briefs into clear and consistent visual solutions. I also create book covers and children’s illustration assets that support editorial and narrative storytelling. In addition, I develop pitch decks and digital content using strong layout, typography, and color principles, collaborating with clients to refine concepts into polished visual outcomes.

Education

Bachelor in computer software engineering at University of Lagos
May 3, 2020 - September 7, 2025
Studied Computer Software Engineering, developing a strong foundation in software development, programming, web technologies, databases, problem-solving, and computer systems. Gained practical experience in creating digital solutions and understanding how technology can be used to solve real-world problems. This technical background also complements my creative work in branding, website creation, and digital design.
Bachelor’s Degree in Computer Software Engineering at University of Lagos
May 1, 2020 - September 1, 2025

Qualifications

Professional Brand Design & Visual Communication
May 15, 2026 - October 7, 2026
Professional development and hands-on experience in brand design and visual communication, with a focus on creating memorable brand identities, logos, marketing materials, book covers, children’s book visuals, pitch decks, and digital content. Developed practical expertise in translating ideas into clear, engaging, and visually consistent designs that help businesses, authors, and brands communicate and stand out.

Industry Experience

Computers & Electronics, Government, Professional Services, Real Estate & Construction, Software & Internet, Financial Services, Media & Entertainment, Education
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